Wisconsin Athletic Club

Overview

The Wisconsin Athletic Club (WAC) Downtown is a premium fitness center in Milwaukee featuring saunas and steam rooms as key recovery amenities within its men’s and women’s locker rooms. Spanning 30,500 square feet across two floors in the heart of downtown, this facility combines state-of-the-art workout spaces with relaxation options like Men’s & Women’s Saunas and Steam Rooms, all offering stunning views of the Milwaukee skyline. The overall atmosphere is energetic yet upscale, ideal for professionals and residents seeking a convenient, high-end fitness and wellness experience with skyline vistas, modern equipment, and post-workout recovery in saunas and steam areas.

Features & Amenities

• Fitness Areas: 5th and 6th floor weight rooms, cardio equipment, free weights, machine weights, functional training gear (BOSU, TRX, kettlebells), and a 1/9-mile indoor track.
• Studios: Dedicated indoor cycling (Ride Studio), yoga (Lotus Studio), group exercise (Move Studio), and personal training studio.
• Locker Rooms & Recovery: Men’s & Women’s Saunas, Men’s & Women’s Steam Rooms, complimentary full-size lockers, private kit lockers, private showers, ADA showers, laundry service, workout/bath towels, hair dryers, and personal products.
• Other Perks: Complimentary morning coffee, Wi-Fi, massage therapy rooms.
• Parking: Ticketless structure with 3 hours free validation via QR code at front desk/elevator; unreserved stalls on 4th floor+.

Services

• Group Fitness Classes: Extensive schedule including Yoga, Cycle, Pilates, Strength, Barre, Core, Boot Camp, Yoga Flow, Yoga Stretch, Balance & Stability, Interval, and more (complimentary for members).
• Personal Training: Expert trainers, master trainers, licensed physical therapists, nutrition coaches.
• Massage Therapy: Dedicated therapists for recovery sessions.
• Nutrition Services: Registered dietitians and certified coaches.
• Premium Classes & Workshops: Specialized sessions and events.
• Special Events: Ongoing programming at the club.

Pricing

• No specific pricing details for memberships, sauna access, or services are listed on the page.
• Parking: Free for up to 3 hours with WAC validation; additional time charged via Metropolis app (rates at garage; subject to change).
• Contact Member Services or visit for membership info: 414-212-2000.

Location & Hours

• Address: 411 E. Wisconsin Ave, Suite 600, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (in the 411 Building, corner of Wisconsin Ave & Jefferson St).
• Phone: 414-212-2000.
• Club Hours:
  • Mon-Thu: 5AM – 9PM
  • Fri: 5AM – 8PM
  • Sat-Sun: 7AM – 6PM
• Member Services Hours:
  • Mon-Thu: 7AM – 7PM
  • Fri: 7AM – 5PM
  • Sat-Sun: 8AM – 2PM
• Holiday Hours (examples): Christmas Eve 6:30AM-2PM, Christmas Day closed, NYE/NYD 6:30AM-4PM (no Kids’ Clubhouse).
• Closures: Note ongoing maintenance at other WAC locations (e.g., Greenfield/Lake Country pools), but Downtown unaffected.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: Prime downtown Milwaukee location perfect for East Side workers/residents; skyline views from studios/track; comprehensive wellness focus with saunas/steam rooms for recovery alongside elite fitness (no pool here, unlike other WAC sites). Strong team of managers, trainers, therapists, and dietitians. Easy parking access via Jefferson St structure. Emphasis on motivation through varied classes and events. Saunas enhance post-workout relaxation in a clean, modern locker environment—ideal for urban fitness enthusiasts seeking full recovery amenities.